Kelly Matahwa
Kelly Matahwa
Transition Mentor
Office of First-Year Programs · College of Engineering
Overview
Why did you choose WSU?
Out of the few options I had, I thought it would be really cool to earn an aerospace engineering degree in the Air Capital of the World. Wichita State also has a strong engineering program and was affordable, which made the decision even better.
Why did you want to be a Transition Mentor?
When I was a freshman, I had only been in the U.S. for three days — new country, new campus, new everything. Orientation was the first time I actually felt welcomed, and meeting the College of Engineering Transition Mentors made me feel like I belonged. I didn’t have the confidence to apply back then, but over the past two years I realized I wanted to be that friendly face and “big sister” for someone else.
What’s one thing all Shockers should know?
Join that club. Join that organization. Or even start your own. Get involved early — that’s when college really starts to feel like yours.
Favorite Shocker Experience:
Late Night Breakfast is definitely my favorite. It’s such a fun tradition, seeing everyone come together for pancakes, hanging out in pajamas and just relaxing in the dining hall late at night.
One thing on your bucket list:
To travel to every continent!
Shocker Strengths:
Restorative | Achiever | Consistency | Competition | Learner
Areas of Service
African Caribbean Students Association (ACSA)